Of the walking surfaces we encounter on a daily basis, constructed walkways can be considered the most common. Architects commit significant resources to designing and ensuring that walkways are built…
Of the walking surfaces we encounter on a daily basis, constructed walkways can be considered the most common. Architects commit significant resources to designing and ensuring that walkways are built…
The use of brick as a building material on stairs and walkways is common in some regions of the country but can present certain safety issues without proper installation, inspection and maintenance.…
Along sidewalks, the root systems of trees can displace or lift up the sidewalk over time in a phenomenon referred to as “sidewalk heaving.” Sidewalk heaving can present a trip and fall…
This article discusses standards relevant to wheel stops (parking blocks) and what can be done to prevent trip and fall injuries in parking lots. The premises safety experts at Robson Forensic have…
Proper snow and ice management is critical for maintaining the safety of parking lots and sidewalks throughout the winter season. This article addresses the standard of care for snow and ice removal…
This article discusses the standard of care for exterior property maintenance as it relates to premises liability disputes. Adequate maintenance should account for both preventive and unplanned…
Crosswalk safety traditionally focuses on access within ramp areas and efforts to reduce pedestrian vs. vehicle collisions. However, slip, trip, and fall hazards also represent a substantial risk…
Fixed seating assembly occupancies, such as arena and stadium venues, are designed to provide entertainment to large audiences, and must make the main event easily visible for seated audience members…
In this article, the premises safety experts at Robson Forensic provide an introduction to the International Building Code stairway design requirements for new buildings. Particular attention is paid…
Dance floors, be they permanent feature or installed for temporary use, can be dangerous to participants if not properly installed, maintained, and monitored for safe use. This article examines the…
Architectural barriers appear in a broad range of premises liability disputes. Compliance with the ADA and other relevant codes and standards frequently removes hazards from access routes like…
Adequate illumination is often a topic in premises liability claims. In this article, Architect & Premises Safety Expert Doug Peden discusses the standard of care for artificial illumination and…
The adequacy of snow and ice management is frequently disputed in premises liability cases. Standards for snow and ice control on walkway surfaces recommend methods to maintain reasonably safe…
Public parks, private resorts, amphitheaters, and other outdoor spaces are popular event venues that require inspection and maintenance in order to ensure the safety of visitors. In this article,…
Raised booth seating, sometimes used in restaurants, is associated with an increased rate of misstep and fall incidents. In this configuration, the booth is placed on a raised platform that is…